Baby Gift Buying Guide - Select the Best Baby Gift for a New Mother

A carefully selected baby gift can make all the difference to an expectant mother. Although there are many cute presents you can buy, we recommend that you do a little research to make your baby shower gift a meaningful purchase and a valued gift.

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, friend or coworker, you will find timeless gift suggestions here.

For instance, how about pitching in together and giving the new baby a beautiful Arts & Crafts Maple Crib. Made of toxin-free wood, this is an heirloom that will last for generations to come. The crib is adjustable and can also convert to a daybed with an optional kit.

Of course the baby will also need an innerspring cotton crib mattress. The one we recommend is chemical & toxin-free. It has quilted layers of hand-picked organic cotton and tufted wool with a 100% cotton mattress cover.

Or how about an organic cotton fabric baby duvet comforter cover that can be machine-washed and tumbled dry, is completely non-allergenic and will keep baby snug and warm.

If you want to buy a baby gift that is cute and cuddly, consider Hugg-a-Planet Stuffed Animals which are made of 100% organic, pesticide-free, chemical-free unbleached cotton and filled with unbleached cotton fibers. These adorable toys are grown, sewn and made in the USA.

If the expectant mother is a new mother, she will need practical items like a baby stroller, an advice book on parenting or an infant car seat. The key here is quality and longevity. If you buy a well-made baby gift, then it will keep on giving as it gets passed down from child to child.

The key to buying a cherished baby shower gift is to ask yourself some questions about the mother. Is the expecting mom an athlete? Will she want to get back in shape while caring for her newborn? If so, then a jogging stroller makes an excellent baby gift. If you can't afford to buy a quality baby stroller, then ask some family members, friends or coworkers to pitch in, so you can buy a stroller that will truly fit her needs whether she's a runner or she just wants to take her baby for a leisurely stroll. (See our article on selecting a baby stroller below.)

Buy an infant seat that will ensure the baby's safety. Again, this a gift to buy by chipping in with family members and/or friends. (If the expectant mother has two cars in her family, she may like the convenience of owning two car seats—one for each vehicle—so she doesn't have to switch them back and forth.

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